Thessaloniki City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Church of Hagia Sophia showing a church or cathedral
Thessaloniki City Centre
Arch of Galerius featuring heritage elements
Thessaloniki featuring heritage architecture and views
White Tower of Thessaloniki showing heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

Aristotelous Square featuring general coastal views, a square or plaza and a coastal town

Aristotelous Square

Visit Thessaloniki’s main square, a busy gathering place for locals and the site of major events throughout the year.

Aristotelous Square
White Tower of Thessaloniki showing heritage elements

White Tower of Thessaloniki

This distinctly shaped tower has evolved alongside Thessaloniki over the centuries and now houses a museum dedicated to the city’s history.

White Tower of Thessaloniki
Tsimiski Street

Tsimiski Street

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tsimiski Street during your stay in Thessaloniki.

Tsimiski Street
Church of Hagia Sophia showing a church or cathedral

Church of Hagia Sophia

See the city’s largest Byzantine church to discover a centuries-old religious site and the striking artwork found in its interior.

Church of Hagia Sophia
Thessaloniki featuring outdoor art and a statue or sculpture

Alexander the Great Garden

An enormous statue of the leader of Macedonia atop his famous horse overlooks the water in a square filled with monuments.

Alexander the Great Garden
Thessaloniki featuring heritage architecture and views

Rotonda of St. George

The rather plain exterior of this building belies its importance as one of the best-preserved ancient monuments in the city of Thessaloniki.

Rotonda of St. George

Activities

Picture 1 for Activity Thessaloniki: Halkidiki Beach-Hopping with Swimming

Thessaloniki: Halkidiki Beach-Hopping & Swimming

NZ$158
per adult
Thessaloniki: Halkidiki Beach-Hopping & Swimming
From Thessaloniki: Half-Day Canyoning Trip to Mount Olympus

From Thessaloniki: Half-Day Canyoning Trip to Mount Olympus

NZ$170
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Thessaloniki: Half-Day Canyoning Trip to Mount Olympus
Thessaloniki Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Thessaloniki Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras

NZ$32
per adult
City Sightseeing Thessaloniki Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal

Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal

NZ$36
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal
Thessaloniki Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour

Thessaloniki Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour

NZ$32
per adult
Thessaloniki Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour
Thessaloniki Highlights Walking Tour

Thessaloniki : Must-See attractions walking tour

NZ$80
per adult
Thessaloniki : Must-See attractions walking tour
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Our pick of the best Thessaloniki City Centre Hotel Deals

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
13 Tsimiski Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is NZ$175 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$175
per night
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (613 reviews)
"Great location, great staff."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
Makedonia Palace

Makedonia Palace

5 out of 5
2, Megalou Alexandrou Avenue, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is NZ$434 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$434
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location between the western part of the city and the eastern part all the way to the Music Hall and beyond. The “paralia” (coastline) is Finally, the breakfast is excellent. What I disliked is the fact that to iron is available for use. One has to plan in advance for ironing service which ..."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

Makedonia Palace
Daios Luxury Living

Daios Luxury Living

5 out of 5
Nikis Avenue 59, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is NZ$366 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$366
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (741 reviews)
First Time in Thessaloniki 😊
"Staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was amazing. Great location. Wonderful chocolates on our pillow every night. Bed was very firm."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Daios Luxury Living
City Hotel Thessaloniki

City Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
11 Komninon Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$272 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$272
per night
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (613 reviews)
"Consistent hospitality. Great location with easy walking to shops, cafes, restaurants and waterfront"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

City Hotel Thessaloniki
Electra Palace Thessaloniki

Electra Palace Thessaloniki

5 out of 5
9, Aristotelous Square, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is NZ$376 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$376
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Lovely stuff"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Electra Palace Thessaloniki
MonAsty, Thessaloniki, Autograph Collection

MonAsty, Thessaloniki, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
45 VASSILEOS IRAKLEIOU ST, Thessaloniki
The price is NZ$366 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$366
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews)
"Beautiful, well-appointed room with a lovely balcony. Would stay again for sure."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

MonAsty, Thessaloniki, Autograph Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Thessaloniki City Centre

Thessaloniki which includes a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Kamara

If you're spending some time in Kamara, Ataturk Museum and Church of Saint Demetrius are top sights worth seeing.

Kamara
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Ladadika

5/5(5 area reviews)

Travellers come to Ladadika for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Nikis Avenue and Place Katouni while you're in town.

Ladadika
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Valaoritou

While there might not be top attractions in Valaoritou, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki and Aristotelous Square.

Valaoritou
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Old Town Thessaloniki

Travellers like the historical sites in Old Town Thessaloniki, and Vlatadon Monastery is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Old Town Thessaloniki
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Ano Poli

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Ano Poli. You might want to make time for a stop at Vlatadon Monastery or Eptapyrgio Castle.

Ano Poli
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Chinatown

When in Chinatown, you can plan a visit to Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki and Aristotelous Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Chinatown

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